Tears of the Sun: The Massacre of 70 Congolese Christians
The Hollywood film Tears of the Sun, starring Bruce Willis as a U.S. Navy SEAL, is set against the backdrop of a fictional civil war and ethnic cleansing in Nigeria. While the film centers on ethnic violence, it echoes the brutal reality many parts of the African Continent continue to face. On the other hand, the threats extend beyond ethnicity—religious persecution has become a growing and deadly force. On February 25, 2025, the ISIS-affiliated militia group known as the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) carried out the massacre of 70 Christians, targeting them solely for their faith [Full Story]. These men and women died not in battle, but in quiet witness to the cross. Their story is not just news—it is a testimony. Therefore, I felt compelled to write this post—not only as a reflection on injustice, but as a prayerful remembrance of those who paid the ultimate price for believing. [Photo by Annie Spratt on Unsplash]
The Silence is Deafening
Despite the ongoing killings in the region, the silence of mainstream media is almost deafening. American political commentator Liz Wheeler wrote on X, “70 Christian men, women, and children were beheaded because they’re Christian. Their decapitated bodies were left in a church because they’re Christian. The terrorists who murdered them have ties to ISIS. MSM, where’s your outrage? Are you silent because they’re Christian?”
70 Christian men, women, and children were beheaded because they’re Christian. Their decapitated bodies were left in a church because they’re Christian. The terrorists who murdered them have ties to ISIS. MSM, where’s your outrage? Are you silent because they’re Christian?
Liz Wheeler
Even though MONUSCO (United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo) is aware of the incident, it has not condemned the tragedy, citing unverified information. Similarly, CNN, BBC, and Al Jazeera, quick to condemn human rights violations in Gaza, based on exaggerated reports have remained silent on this. So far, Fox News is the only outlet to verify and report the incident. This silence on Christian persecution is a sorrowful reminder of the world’s neglect.
The Numbers are Staggering
The African continent grapples with severe human rights violations and religious persecution, particularly targeting Christians. In Nigeria, over 30,000 have died at the hands of Boko Haram and ISWAP, while Fulani herder-militants add to the violence. The Central African Republic’s civil conflict has displaced over 700,000, many of them Christians caught in the crossfire. Somalia, with 99% of its population Muslim, makes it perilous for Christians to practice their faith. Eritrea has imprisoned over 1,200 Christians for believing in Christ, while Mozambique faces ISIS-linked militant attacks that have taken hundreds of lives. In Sudan, the ongoing civil war has intensified the persecution of Christians. Yet, mainstream media remains silent—or worse, biased—in their coverage, which brings me to my next point—often quick to report on human rights violations elsewhere but slow to address the suffering of persecuted Christians. These crises demand urgent international attention and prayerful support.
The Bias is Overwhelming
The fact that I first learned of the massacre of 70 Christians in the Democratic Republic of Congo through YouTube—rather than mainstream media—highlights the overwhelming bias in how human rights violations against Christians are reported. While writing this post, I received a breaking news alert via SMS about the massacre of 745 civilians from the Alawite Islamic Community in Syria, carried out by government forces on Friday (7th) and Saturday (8th). Within hours, CNN, BBC, and Al Jazeera had reported it. Yet, the massacre of the 70 Christians, which occurred nearly a month ago, has gone largely unreported. Mainstream media claims to be unable to verify the facts, but the silence is deafening. The reluctance to report on the suffering of Christians speaks volumes about the bias in their coverage. This is not just a failure in journalism but a tragic neglect of the persecuted Church.
Wrap Up
As we reflect on the silence surrounding the suffering of persecuted Christians, we are reminded of the image of “Tears of the Sun”, a poignant symbol of sorrow that falls over the injustices of the world. In Matthew chapter 5 verse 10, Jesus reminds us, “Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” While the world often overlooks the suffering of Christians, their pain does not escape God’s notice. The media’s failure to report on such atrocities speaks volumes about the biases that exist in their coverage. As Christians, we are called to stand in solidarity with the persecuted, to advocate for their rights, and to pray fervently for their protection. Though the sun weeps over this broken world, we must be the light that speaks out for the voiceless. Let us ensure that their suffering is acknowledged, and that justice is sought.
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